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Road Trip: Hershey Park
Completely amusing!
Last weekend, my family and I were invited to one of our very favorite destinations--Hershey Park! Located in the beautiful, clean and green town of Hershey, PA, Hershey Park is our very favorite amusement park. There is so much to see and do in this town!
We were guests at the Hershey Lodge. The Hershey Lodge is as family friendly as any hotel I've gone to. The floors are identified by Hershey candies--Kisses, Reese's, Hershey's. etc. The kids loved seeing those candies everywhere we went in ...
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overstockArt.com
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I love really nice paintings, but I don't appreciate the high cost associated with the paintings. I have recently found an awesome site to get high quality canvas oil paintings, customized to your liking, for a very reasonable price. OverstockArt.com boasts a huge selection of amazing gallery prints. I was sent a beautiful hand painted oil canvas of Monet's "Poppy Field in Argenteuil." I love it! I was able to have it framed to add the perfect finishing touch in my office. The colors are so cheerful ...
B. toys B.irthday Facebook Celebration
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Happy B.irthday to B. toys! The fantastic and fun-focused B. toys is celebrating its 1st birthday by GIVING gifts that say to the world "Just B. you!"! On Wednesday, June 1st be one of the first 10,000 people to like B.toys on facebook and get an oh, so cute FREE onesie before they're all gone!
Feel free to leave a comment on their page telling them Macaroni Kid sent you!
Going Buggy!
Learning Resources Giveaway
Bugs are truly fascinating creatures--if you don't believe me, be sure to check out Macaroni Reads below about Bug Butts! Kids love to explore their own backyards and those yards are filled with hundreds of varieties of bugs. To make their exploration easy, check out Big View Bug Jars and the Early Science Explorer's Set from Learning Resources.
We received both of these sets to try out and they are perfect for hours of fun and learning. Use the Early Science Explorer's Set--a magnifying glass and tweezer ...
Kota Couture
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T-shirts and jeans are the staples for the wardrobes of my four boys. Well, now that summer is here, they will switch that up with shorts. I love to give them some funky t-shirts that are fun to liven up their outfits. Kota Couture has just the perfect clothing for kids, with a fun, fresh twist.
I received a couple of awesome shirts to check out, courtesy of Kota Couture. This Little Punk t-shirt was a huge hit with my 7 year old. Super soft cotton tee feels great on ...
May 30th through June 5th
Monday, May 30 - Storytime with Miss Robyn
Generally about half an hour long, Robyn features both new books and classics, often exploring fun themes and involving the children in crafts and other activities. Takes place on our children's stage.
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Storytime with Arielle is for kids of all ages!How: show upCost: FREE
Monday, May 30 - Riegel Ridge Opening Weekend
Opening weekend at Riegel Ridge--come swim for free!
Where: Riegel Ridge Community PoolWhen: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: Admission to the pool facility is FREE all Memorial Day weekend. 5/28, 5/29, 5/30For more info: http://www.riegelridgecc.org/community-pool/
Tuesday, May 31 - Children's Programs
Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children, and the parents or care-givers who choose to stay, are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, FlemingtonWhen: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 yearsWho: 3-5 years/2-3 yearsHow: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit [email protected]Cost: freeFor more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
Tuesday, May 31 - Storytime
Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children and their parents or care-givers are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: Flemington Free Public Library 118 Main Street Flemington NJ 08822When: 10:30 AMWho: 3-5 year oldsHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.flemingtonpubliclibrary.org/id17.html
Wednesday, June 1 - Farm Kids
6/1 Chickens, 6/8 Peas, 6/15 Rabbits, 6/22 Seeds, 7/6 Herbs, 7/13 Potatoes, 7/20 Flowers, 7/27 Insects, 8/3 Corn, 8/10 Apples
Where: Bonacorsi Family Farm Under the white canopy behind the stand 1137 Croton Rd Flemington, NJ 08802When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Book at 10:30am, craft table open 10-12)Who: 3-8 year olds, accompanied by an adultHow: show up. Program cancelled in case of inclement weatherCost: FREE For more information visit their site www.bonacorsifamilyfarm.comFor more info: Introduce your child to the farm! This is a drop-in experience for children with their grownup. Stay for as much of it as you wish. Please, only one extra child per caregiver in addition to your own children
Wednesday, June 1 - Toddler Tales
The Wednesday Toddler Tales program, for two-to-three year olds, also takes place in the meeting room at 10:30. For this group, children must be accompanied by an adult. Stories are geared to the younger age level and are interspersed with songs and finger-plays. A simple craft activity ends the thirty minutes.
Where: Flemington Free Public Library 118 Main St Flemington, NJWhen: 10:30 AMWho: ages 2-3How: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.flemingtonpubliclibrary.org/id17.html
Wednesday, June 1 - Children's Storytime & Activity
reading and activity
Where: Clinton Book Shop 12 East Main Street Clinton, NJWhen: 10:30 AMWho: childrenHow: show upCost: FREE
Thursday, June 2 - Stay & Play at the Little Gym
Come stay and play at the Little Gym for lots of fun for your kiddos! This non structured parent participation activity is open to all ages. Feel free to pack a lunch to eat in our party room!
Every Thursday and Friday
Where: The Little Gym in FlemingtonWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Every Thursday and Friday)Who: everyoneHow: show up! It is limited to 20 children per session and pre registration is not accepted. Parents must stay with their childrenCost: $7 per child for members, $10 per child for non-membersFor more info: Bring your playgroup or Mom's Club!
Friday, June 3 - Friday Nights Evening Music
May 27-September 2: Friday Night Evening Music: Enjoy music every Friday night throughout the summer in Clinton's historic district
Where: Clinton's historic districtWhen: n/aWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Friday, June 3 - Stay & Play at the Little Gym
Come stay and play at the Little Gym for lots of fun for your kiddos! This non structured parent participation activity is open to all ages. Feel free to pack a lunch to eat in our party room! Every Thursday and Friday
Where: The Little Gym in FlemingtonWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show up! It is limited to 20 children per session and pre registration is not accepted. Parents must stay with their childrenCost: $7 per child for members, $10 per child for non-members
Saturday, June 4 through Sunday, June 5 - Museums On Us
Every first full weekend of the month, if you are a Bank of America customer, you can visit over 150 locations for free!
Where: Museums throughout NJ and NY (and across the country) http://museums.bankofamerica.com/When: all weekendWho: Bank of America customersHow: Bring your ID and your Bank of America card to get a free admission for each card holderCost: FREE with cardFor more info: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/
Saturday, June 4 - Kids Workshop
The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.
The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot storeWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: ages 5-12How: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 4 - Strawberry Festival & Pig Roast
Where: Peaceful Valley Orchards 150 Pittstown Road
Pittstown, New Jersey 08867When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE to get inFor more info: http://www.peacefulvalleyorchards.com/calendarevents.htm
Saturday, June 4 - BERENSTAIN BEARS IN “FAMILY MATTERS”
children's production
BERENSTAIN BEARS IN “FAMILY MATTERS”
June 4, 2011 Theatreworks USA/Matt Murphy Productions
June 4, 2011 Theatreworks USA/Matt Murphy Productions
Where: PaperMill Playhouse Brookside DriveMillburn, NJ 07041When: 10:00 AMWho: ages 3-12How: order tickets onlineCost: Tickets are $15 for Orchestra and $12 for Mezz.For more info: www.papermill.org
Saturday, June 4 - Farm Kids
6/4 Chickens, 6/11 Peas, 6/18 Rabbits, 6/25 Seeds, 7/9 Herbs, 7/16 Potatoes, 7/23 Flowers, 7/30 Insects, 8/6 Corn, 8/13 Apples
Where: Bonacorsi Family Farm Under the white canopy behind the stand 1137 Croton Rd Flemington, NJ 08802When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Book at 10:30am, craft table open 10-12)Who: 3-8 year olds, accompanied by an adult.How: show up. Program cancelled in case of inclement weatherCost: FREE For more information visit their site www.bonacorsifamilyfarm.comFor more info: Introduce your child to the farm! This is a drop-in experience for children with their grownup. Stay for as much of it as you wish. Please, only one extra child per caregiver in addition to your own children
Saturday, June 4 - Batty About Bats
Jamie Kashmer of NJ Bats shares information and fun facts about Bats. See them up close!
Where: North County Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJWhen: 12:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: reserve your spot by calling 730-6135Cost: FREE
Saturday, June 4 - Celebrating the new Judy Moody movie!
Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer opens in theaters on June 10. Celebrate all things Judy Moody and the joy of summer reading at our official summer reading kick off event! NOTE: This is NOT a costume character event.
When: 2:00 PM (6/4)Who: Best for kids ages 8 to 12How: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 4 - Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off
Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer opens in theaters on June 10. Celebrate all things Judy Moody and the joy of summer reading at our official summer reading kick off event! NOTE: This is NOT a costume character event
When: 2:00 PMWho: Best for ages 8-12How: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 4 - Quakertown Community Day
food, fun, games, performances from Franklin Theatre Works, magician and more
Where: Quakertown Fire Company Route 579When: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: everyone!How: show upCost: please bring a donation for the food bankFor more info: rain date June 5th
Sunday, June 5 - Step Up for the Arc Walk 2011
Walk to raise money for the Arc. Free food, pig roast, hot dogs and drinks for participants
Where: Clinton Community Center 63 Halstead St Clinton, NJWhen: 1:00 PM (registration opens 1pm, 2pm walk begins)Who: everyoneHow: www.archunterdon.orgCost: variesFor more info: rain or shine
June 4th through June 22nd
Saturday, June 4 - Teen/Preteen Nights at the Youth Center
The Hunterdon County YMCA and The Youth Center joined together to provide a great “Go To” place for older kids. Games, sports, movies, Wii, DDR, or just hang out, pizza & refreshments too. Field trips and friendly competitive games and tournaments are some of the planned activities.
Where: The Youth Center Glen Gardner, NJWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PMWho: Open to all communities 6th, 7th, and 8th gradersHow: show upCost: Drop-in $2 per person per nightFor more info: www.theyouthcenter.net Most Saturday nights Sept thru May. check for specific dates
Wednesday, June 22 - Summer Begins with ME!
discover the art of journaling. Words are welcome but not required. Cartoons, sketches, photos, anything goes!
Where: North Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (6/22/11)Who: grades 6-9How: register by calling 730-6834 beginning June 15th at 9amCost: FREE
June 6th through June 26th
Monday, June 6 - Storytime with Nook Color Kids
We feature regular picture books and NOOK Books on our very own NOOK Color, allowing children to help "turn pages." Foster a love for reading in your child!
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 11:00 AM (6/6)Who: all childrenHow: show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, June 7 - Lego Build
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego StoreWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: ages 6-14How: show up early!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
Saturday, June 11 - Build & Grow at Lowe's
Come build a project at Lowe's!
Goofy Golf 6/11
Where: Your local Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: children up to age 12How: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
Saturday, June 11 - Fourth Annual Treasures of the South Branch
Activities will focus on environment, recreation, and history – all an integral part of what the South Branch of the Raritan River has to offer. Lots of family friendly activities and fun stuff to do!
Where: Red Mill Museum Village Clinton, NJWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: everyone--there is something for everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 11 - Community Safety Day
Come for a community safety event! We will have child ids being made, car seats being checked, information on bicycle safety, a backyard barnyard adventure, and much more fun! Bring the family for a fun-filled day
Where: Rainbow Academy
314 Route 31
Flemington, NJ 08822When: 11:00 AM (6/11)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, June 15 - Barney Live in Concert--Birthday Bash!
Barney live in concert!
Where: State Theatre of New Jersey New Brunswick, NJWhen: 9:30am or 1:00pmWho: Barney fans!How: purchase tickets online or call 732-246-7499Cost: varies
Thursday, June 16 - Music Under The Stars Series
bring a blanket and your family and enjoy an outdoor concert under the stars
Where: Deer Path Park FlemingtonWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Every Thursday, ends August 11th)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us click on Parks & Recreation For rain site information 782-PARK (7275) after 4:30.
Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19 - Milford Community Centennial Celebration
parades, fireworks, living history, etc
Where: Milford BoroughWhen: n/aWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Friday, June 17 - Storytime with a special guest
Join us for a reading of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and a visit from the main character, Cookie Mouse! Be sure to bring your cameras to get a picture of your child with Cookie Mouse himself!
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 7:00 PM (6/17)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 18 - Cars 2 Movie Event
Star racecar Lightning McQueen and the incomparable tow truck Mater take their friendship to exciting new places when they head overseas to compete in the first-ever World Grand Prix. But the road to the championship is filled with plenty of potholes, detours and hilarious surprises when Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own. Call the store for event details.
When: 2:00 PM (6/18)Who: ages 3-8How: show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, June 21 - Summer Movie Express
Summer Movies at Regal Cinemas
Where: Regal Cinemas 1246 US Highway 22 Phillipsburg NJ 908-454-5309When: 10:00 AMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $1.00 per personFor more info: 6/21 MEGAMIND or OPEN SEASON 6/28 OPEN SEASON 2 or YOGI BEAR 7/5 OPEN SEASON 3 or THE LAST AIRBENDER 7/12 HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON or MUPPETS FROM SPACE 7/19 CHARLOTTE'S WEB or KARATE KID 7/26 KIT KITTREDGE or LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS 8/2 CATS AND DOGS: REVENGE or MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN 8/9 RAMONA & BEEZUS or THE SPY NEXT DOOR 8/16 ALPHA AND OMEGA or JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS
Wednesday, June 22 - Summer Express Movies
Summer movies at Regal Cinemas!
Where: Regal Cinemas 1246 US Highway 22 Phillipsburg NJ 908-454-5309When: 10:00 AM (every Tuesday and Wednesday)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: $1.00 per person!For more info: 6/22 MEGAMIND or OPEN SEASON 6/29 OPEN SEASON 2 or YOGI BEAR 7/6 OPEN SEASON 3 or THE LAST AIRBENDER7/13 HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON or MUPPETS FROM SPACE 7/20 CHARLOTTE'S WEB or KARATE KID 7/27 KIT KITTREDGE or LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS 8/3 CATS AND DOGS: REVENGE or MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN 8/10 RAMONA & BEEZUS or THE SPY NEXT DOOR 8/17 ALPHA AND OMEGA or JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS
Sunday, June 26 - Flemington Raritan Green Fair
kids' crafts, rain barrel making, make a bird feeder, music, more
Where: Court Street Park Flemington, NJWhen: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (6/26/11)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: [email protected]
Summer Reading Programs
I am all about summer reading programs for kids. So, of course, I have to share some local programs for your kids to participate in during the upcoming months.
One World, Many Stories Summer Reading Club 2011 for children ages 2-12. Register at Headquarters, North County Branch or South County Branch beginning June 15th.
Book Adventure is run by Sylvan Learning Center and it is a FREE reading motivation program for children in grades K-8. Children create their own book lists from over 7,000 recommended titles ...
Huskies Contender Cheer
The Hunterdon Huskies are proud to announce its new Contender Cheer Program! The Contender program provides children with special needs the opportunity to cheer, participate, and be a member of the team!
Our Huskies Coaches and Junior Coaches will work with Huskies Cheer Contenders to introduce the sport of cheerleading at levels that are appropriate for each participant. The focus is on fun as well as skill pro-gression to promote a strong sense of accomplishment and enjoyment! The team will be invited to perform at our conference competition in October ...
Macaroni Made
Orange Delight
For kids, the summer season means a lot of fun in the sun and frosty summer drinks in the rising temperatures. While summer drinks can be concocted in a variety of ways, they are so easy to prepare that even kids can have this as a hobby during their summer vacation. Here is a recipe for a frosty summer drink that your kids will love to chill out to!
Ingredients
2 (12 ounce) cans of frozen orange juice concentrate
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 ...
Ingredients
2 (12 ounce) cans of frozen orange juice concentrate
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 ...
Macaroni Reads
Bug Butts
This book is perfect for your bug enthusiasts! It truly is a fascinating compilation of all the crazy and weird abilities of bugs and their, well...butts! Exploding butts, shooting butts, breathing butts, you name it, there is lots to be learned. This is an interesting read and will definitely get your kids looking at bugs in a different way.
You can purchase Bug Butts by Dawn Cusick online or at your local bookstore.
Macaroni Road Trips
June is here, which means summer is here. One may go into a panic with the thought of "What will I do with my children this summer and how can we build lasting memories?" We here at Macaroni Kid believe that slow and steady wins the race and have a few suggestions for how to calm the panic and create fantastic summer memories for the whole family.
Take a Day Trip
Short, day-trip excursions over summer vacation are a fabulous way to break the day-to-day monotony. To find a location ...
Take a Day Trip
Short, day-trip excursions over summer vacation are a fabulous way to break the day-to-day monotony. To find a location ...
National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
June 7th
Fireworks are not the only fabulous thing invented in China. A very long time ago the Emperors of China would enjoy snow ice cream. A mix of snow and ice from the mountains combined with fruit, honey and/or wine made a delicious treat for the rulers. Are you wondering how the cold confection made it’s way from China to the United States? Here’s a little history on it’s wonderful journey around the world:
- In 1295, Marco Polo returned to Italy from China with the recipe for ...
U.S. OPEN Kids
The United States Tennis Association is casting kids 12 or younger (as of September 11, 2011) to sing live at the 2011 U.S. Open. Auditions will be held June 21st from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th St., NYC. Kids must be prepared to sing all or a portion of "America the Beautiful" a capella.
For more information, including full audition rules as well as liability and publicity release, visit www.us open.org. No pay, Nonunion.
For more information, including full audition rules as well as liability and publicity release, visit www.us open.org. No pay, Nonunion.
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